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This started out slow, and I wasn't sure I'd like it, but it does get better. Is it the best Dee Henderson book I've ever read? No. But it does have quite a bit more Christian stuff in it than most current day novels in this genre do, which is a plus. And the characters do grow throughout the novel--learning new things, trying new things, taking (calculated) risks, etc.

There are some good discussions about dating and marriage. There are discussions about past experiences making one cautious. There are intellectual discussions about science and whether it is good, bad, or neutral.

I could relate a bit to Gina and her story. I can imagine how going to college at a young age could have influenced how she relates to others. I can understand how she felt when some men dumped her because she was smarter than they were or that she'd always be the "star" in the relationship. I can understand the burden of wondering if her discovery is making things safer (by allowing us to know where subs are, for example) or will endanger others if another country gets the same technology (by knowing where our subs are, for example).

I personally didn't mind the science explanations--but I can see where someone who's not interested in science might be annoyed by them. I didn't always understand the science--sonar isn't my area of expertise or study, so I have no idea if this science is possible and will have to leave that to other minds--but I didn't mind.

I do agree with some other reviewers that the fact that 2 men who seem pretty perfect both fall for Gina at the same time is pushing the bounds of believability--and I'm not sure that in real life, the two guys would go about wooing her while each giving the other space and having one bow out gracefully but remain friendly . . . I'm just not sure it would happen in real life. ( )

MY THOUGHTS ON THIS BOOK

I have never read a book about submarines so I was really glad to get this one to read. And I love, love Dee Henderson’s books, all of them to date, so I knew this has to be an awesome read. And for me it was. I loved reading all of the technical stuff she so expertly added to her story. Reading a few reviews, I understand a lot if people didn’t care for the detailed info, but that is just Dee Henderson at her best. I will admit, I went back and read some if the scenes again, or some more than twice, but I still found it so interesting and intriguing. And I am so happy for all of the submarine talk to learning about them. It is a new topic for me and I really enjoyed it all.

The characters were well and perfectly created, and their development throughout the story was amazing. I love Gina, and Mark too! And was glad he was there for Gina. He was just the right person to give her the stability she needed. Gina was a genius, and I loved her part in the story and loved how the author shows that even though a genius person like Gina has everyday struggles just as the rest of us. Ms. Henderson does an amazing job weaving this into the story. And as for Gina and Mark’s attraction to each other, I love the romance!! Romantic and suspenseful! This makes for a story that will stay with you for a while.

If suspense and thrills are what you are looking for in a book, check this one out. I know it’s been out for a few years but it’s still the amazing book it was when released!

A special thanks to the author/publisher for a copy of this book. I am not required to write a positive review, the opinions here are mine alone. I am disclosing this with my review in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255. ( )

This book pushes all my "nope" buttons. Six advanced degrees before turning thirty? Going from a genius scientist to a navy wife who makes caramels? A squicky age gap with an overly protective man who thinks he knows the woman better than she knows herself?

bah. ( )

Bubbleheads rule!

I retired from the US Navy after 20 years in the surface and air communities but I always had massive respect for the silent service. I also have mad respect for the author, keeping faith at the forefront rather than an occasional mention. She also did some great research on the science of all of the discoveries. I noted a tendency toward strong female protagonist that had issues to deal with. ( )